After various hours of meeting between Argentinean football officials, that began with the initiative for a new format for the local league, the Committee of National Teams and Julio Grondona decided to end the contract of the national team.

"Batista, upon being informed that his name was in consideration, told the president of the AFA to decide what he believes is best for the national team," explained the spokesperson for the AFA, Ernesto Cherquis Bialo, and affirmed that "he was not fired".

Argentina also canceled the friendly planned for August 10 against Romania.

Furthermore, the continuity of the coaches in charge of the Argentinean national teams in other categories (Walter Perazzo in the U-20 and Oscar Garre in the U-17) are under observation. Also the work of Carlos Bilardo as general director will undergo an evaluation.

Regarding the succession of Batista, the maximum Argentinean football entity will take at least a week to decided on a new coach. Alejandro Sabella is the front runner.

The elimination in the quarterfinals from the continental tournament in Argentina was decisive in Batista's exit. In Santa Fe, Uruguay defeated the Argentinean team in penalty kicks on its way to winning the title on Sunday.

With figures like Messi, Aguero, and Iquain, and the support of the public, Argentina was the big candidate to win the Copa America. the early exit from the championship removed all popular support for Batista and the support of many high ranking officials of Argentinean football.

Batista was in charge of the national team for 17 matches, after his debut on August 11, 2010 with a 1-0 win against Ireland, in Dublin, with a goal by Di Maria. His record as head coach was eight wins, six ties, and three losses.

Javier Mascherano was the player most utilized by the former coach, with 12 caps. Sergio Aguero, with five goals, was the maximum scorer during the Batista era.